🇨🇫Central African Republic Visa for Emirati Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa on arrival

Emirati passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Central African Republic, so no visa is needed before travelling.

Visa on arrival established October 2019 per UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs; must be pre-arranged at a CAR diplomatic mission abroad before travel - confirmed by evisa-centrafrique.com FAQ ('A visa on arrival can be obtained only if it was pre-arranged at a CAR diplomatic mission abroad'). Max stay duration not specified on any accessible official source.

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Entering Central African Republic on an Emirati passport

  • → Obtain your visa at the Central African Republic border/airport on arrival; carry the required fee and documents. Apply here ↗

Central African Republic visa cost for Emirati citizens

Visa on arrival (pre-authorised only)

Fee not published by Central African Republic

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Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Other Central African Republic visa categories (3)

These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Central African Republic. Eligibility varies by visa type — some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.

Visa Court Séjour - Long Duration (Short-Stay Visa 3+ Months)

Short-stay visa for stays exceeding three months, for purposes such as extended visits, research, or short-term professional assignments.

single entry

Fee schedule from CAR Embassy Washington: 3+ months $300, express processing +$50. Exact maximum stay not specified in official sources; long-stay visa (visa long séjour) is the formal category for extended residence.

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Visa Long Séjour (Long-Stay Visa)

Long-term entry visa for work, study, family reunification, or extended residence in the Central African Republic. Issued by CAR embassies and consulates abroad.

Official category listed by the CAR Embassy in Paris. Application accepts online form (with account creation) or paper PDF form. Payment by bank transfer or cash at embassy. Specific fee, validity, and stay duration not published on accessible official pages. Covers work, study, and residence purposes.

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Visa Diplomatique / Officiel (Diplomatic/Official Visa)

Visa for holders of diplomatic or official passports travelling to the Central African Republic on official business. Despite diplomatic passport status, a visa is still required.

CAR Embassy Washington confirmed in prior verification: 'No change. Visa applications will be processed by the Embassy' for diplomatic/official passport holders - no exemption exists. Effective February 12, 2024, embassy staff, UN, EU, NGO personnel, and international organization contractors must obtain prior MFA authorization before entering CAR.

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Central African Republic visa for Emirati citizens — FAQ

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Central African Republic?

No advance visa is required — Emirati citizens get a visa on arrival at the border.

What documents do Emirati citizens need for Central African Republic?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Central African Republic visa category — check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

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